Artist Sidney Matias visited the
University of Dayton when the Marian Library showcased
his vibrant, intricate work, which is infused by a strong Marianist
spirituality.

Matias, a member of the lay Marianist community in Campinas, Brazil
since 1999, said he practices his dedication by exploring Mary as an
educator, protector, and role model. He said he begins his work by
meditating on a Scripture passage for inspiration. Each piece shows how the love we have for our
faith can find expression.

A
strong sense of Brazilian culture infuses Matiasís work and
contributes to his style, demonstrated by his vivid color choices
and use of intricate shapes. Matiasís art has been used on Christmas
cards, chapels, murals, mosaics and illustrations. He said he feels
ďlike a missionary, an evangelist using my art to try to inspire
people to live like Mary.Ē

The
Rev. Johann Roten, S.M., director of the International Marian
Research Institute at UD, said Matiasís work reveals a "new look at
religious art that brings it to our level."
[Adapted from a UD press release.]

Angel
Gabriel

Jesus at
the Temple with Simon

Running to
Egypt

Jesus
Playing in Nazareth

The First
Miracle

The Holy
Family

The Three
Marias

Pause on
the Way to Egypt

World
Savior

Jesus at
Twelve

Post
Partum Virgo Inviolata Permansisti

The
Apocalyptic Woman

Pieta

Mary
Visiting Elizabeth

The
Beloved Disciple

The
exhibit has been partially subsidized by Fundo Nacional de
Cultura and Federal Government of Brazil.

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maintained by The Marian Library/International Marian Research
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on February 02,2012. Please send any
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